Palmer Ranch Travel Guide
Sarasota
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Popular places to visit
Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Sarasota at Stoneybrook Golf & Country Club. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Lido Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Lido Beach, a popular beach in Sarasota. Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
St. Armands Circle
Consider this area as a circular outdoor mall. Like any mall, you can shop, dine, browse or just people-watch. Unlike most malls, this one never closes to walkers.
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
See hungry sharks and delicate seahorses at this research aquarium that specializes in the sea life that flourishes on Florida’s central west coastline.
Mall at University Town Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall at University Town Center during your trip to Sarasota. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.
Nathan Benderson Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Nathan Benderson Park, a lovely green space in Sarasota. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Mangrove Tunnel & Manatee Kayak Eco-Tour
Sarasota - Clear Kayak LED Night Glass Bottom Tour
Bradenton: Anna Maria Island Guided Kayaking Manatee Tour
Anna Maria Island: The Island Kayak Tour
HydroCats - 2 Hour CraigCat Sightseeing Tour
Anna Maria Island & Bradenton Beach Parasailing Tour
Top hotels in Palmer Ranch
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Near beach and clean
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Kompose Boutique Hotel
Interesting place. Some unique, desirable features (pool and hot tub area is very nice) but a few peculiarities. Rooms are quite spartan with odd design choices (e.g., the set up for the shower, toilet and sink) that led me to think it was a refurb'd older hotel - when actually it was built as designed. ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Tropical Beach Resorts
Great location, main bed wasn’t very comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Sarasota Siesta Key Gateway
Very clean room, easy check in and check out. Beautiful pool and pool bar. Very nice continental breakfast every day. The staff was very courteous and took care of all our needs, especially on our wedding day and allowed us to exchange our vows in their garden area, as a small group. Lynn the pool ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Lido Beach Resort
The property was very clean. The staff were pleasant overall it was a great day.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Zota Beach Resort
Extremely high prices for a place with such a disastrous restaurant. Also, watch out for being double charged if you choose to not put the charge on your room tab. Paper thin walls in the rooms. You can hear next room’s conversations clearly. Won’t come back. But hey it’s really clean.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palmer Ranch
Vamo
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Vamo. You might want to make time for a stop at Sarasota Square or Pelican Plaza.
Gulf Gate Estates
Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Gulf Gate Estates. Make a stop by top sights like Gulf Gate Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Bee Ridge
Notable for its beaches, restaurants and shopping, Bee Ridge is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Sarasota. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
South Gate Ridge
South Gate Ridge is well liked for its churches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to Siesta Key Beach or Siesta Key Marina.
Ridge Wood Heights
Ridge Wood Heights is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Sarasota area, you might plan a trip to The Landings or Siesta Key Beach.
Sarasota Springs
The beaches and restaurants are a few reasons travellers visit Sarasota Springs. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Ed Smith Stadium and Marie Selby Botanical Gardens are a few top sights nearby.
